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Handle a broad range of IP issues that arise in BT’s business decision making whilst also closely with inventors in BT (in particular those at BT’s global research and development HQ) to identify inventions, draft patent applications and steer those applications to grant around the world, to assist in maintaining BT’s freedom to operate in innovative markets, differentiate its products and services from those of its competitors, help BT earn revenue by licensing and selling its patents, and support BT’s claim for Patent Box tax relief.

Get to know researchers working in a particular technical field and build expertise in that field

Draft and prosecute patent applications in that field and others

Review and strengthen proposed patent assertions against third parties

Get involved in support of ongoing patent litigation

Why choose us:

Our purpose is to use the power of communications to make a better world. For each other, for our customers, for society and our communities. We need you to help us do this.

So why join our Patents Team in BT’s technology arm? You’ll work with leading researchers from BT and its academic partners in fast-moving technologies whose adoption looks set to change the way we live and work.

To capitalise on its £500m+ annual investment in research and development, BT maintains a portfolio of over 5,000 patents and patent applications which it actively uses as in providing ICT products and services to consumers, businesses and governments, both in the UK and around the world.

BT will offer you the opportunity to take on new challenges and flourish in a career you deserve. We will support, invest in you and provide you with a platform like no other. Join BT’s future…come and help us revolutionise things for our customers.

Opportunities for career progression within BT are only limited by your own ambition. Added to this a fantastic salary and benefits package including free superfast broadband and BT TV, discount on BT products, generous pension, bonus structure, company car and private medical insurance for you and your family.

We value different perspectives, skills and experiences. Diversity makes sense for us, our customers and our ambitions. We’re creating an inclusive working culture where people from all backgrounds can succeed. That’s why we welcome applications from all parts of the community.

How to apply

We are not accepting any application via email so please visit our careers site at https://www.btplc.com/careercentre/ and use the reference 98365 to search for the role to apply.

If you have any issues please reach out to Kathryn.jenkins@bt.com but please note that applications to this email address will not be accepted.